The purpose of VITO is to perform research aimed at stimulating sustainable development and reinforcing the economic and social fibre in Flanders. Besides contractual work and reference tasks, this is done by way of performing its own defined research programma(Organised Scientific Research, OSR). In doing so, VITO works closely with universities and other research institutions, both nationally and internationally.
Research fields
VITO performs research within the fields of industrial innovation, energy and quality of the environment.
Further information on the content of VITO research can be found here.
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Since 2005, VITO reports can also be consulted via the catalogue.
Quality control
The VITO activities take place in accordance with international quality standards (incl. ISO9001-2000, GLP, …). VITO research is also regularly subjected to a critical evaluation by international specialists (incl. for co-financing) and scientific advice councils (strategic advice council or SAC). VITO scientists also publishes widely in international peer reviewed journals.
Financing
The Flemish government provides substantial basic funding for VITO. The allocation covers a sizeable part of the research costs. The remaining costs are covered by additional funding from local, regional, national and international governments and industry.
